Pea soup with young peas
Description
A hearty first course. This quick green pea soup is very easy to prepare—just half an hour, and a delicate, beautiful soup will be ready on your table. It's not very high in calories, even though it contains cream and butter. Moreover, it's highly nutritious, so be sure to try this recipe and treat yourself to this delicious soup. The soup is ready to serve.
Instructions
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Step 1
Minimum ingredients — and minimum time for preparation!
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Step 2
Place the peas in a saucepan, add the washed and finely chopped herbs. Add salt and sugar, pour in enough water to just cover the peas, and simmer for about 15 minutes after boiling.
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Step 3
Drain the cooking liquid into a separate container, and blend the cooked peas with herbs in a blender (or use an immersion blender directly in the pot) until smooth.
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Step 4
Transfer the puree back to the saucepan, add the cream and butter. Pour in the broth to achieve the desired soup consistency—adjust the amount to your preference. Mix well and bring to a boil. Add salt to taste and serve.
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Step 5
Garnish the soup with sour cream and a leaf of fresh herbs; serve croutons alongside the soup.